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Finding the cause
A neck swelling is not a diagnosis by itself. Discuss its history and previous investigations before deciding the next step.
Oral Cancer
Neck Swelling
Assessment of a lump or swelling in the neck to identify the cause and plan appropriate investigation or treatment.
Neck Swelling
What this visit covers.
Assessment of a lump or swelling in the neck to identify the cause and plan appropriate investigation or treatment.
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Your assessment
The consultation brings together your examination, medical history, and any existing reports. Further investigations are discussed according to the findings.
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Your care plan
Discuss the proposed treatment, alternatives, recovery, and follow-up with Dr. Saha. The plan is individual to your diagnosis and care needs.
About Neck Swelling
A lump in the neck has many possible causes.
Most neck swellings are lymph nodes that enlarge during an infection and settle within a few weeks. A lump that persists, keeps growing, feels hard, or comes with a mouth ulcer, hoarseness, or difficulty swallowing needs specialist assessment.
Assessment usually includes a full examination of the mouth and throat, an ultrasound or scan, and a fine-needle sample. Finding the source first matters: removing a lump before its cause is known can make later treatment more difficult.
Related care
Other visits in this area.
Oral Cancer Surgery
Surgical assessment and treatment planning for oral cancer, including discussion of reconstruction and continuing care.
Explore care
Tongue Cancer
Specialist care for cancer of the tongue, with speech, swallowing, and reconstruction considered during planning.
Explore care
Jaw Cancer
Assessment and surgical planning for cancer affecting the jaw, with attention to chewing and jaw reconstruction.
Explore care
Neck Swelling
Talk through this before you decide.
Call, or send a request with what you have noticed. Family members are welcome in the room.
